Job Description

Perlin Bal Figol LLP is a boutique litigation, real estate, corporate, employment law firm seeking litigation legal assistants to join its growing team.

Litigation legal assistants will be expected to manage lawyers' calendars; schedule meetings and calls; perform reception duties as required; assist with due diligence; review court procedures, rules, and practice directions; schedule court hearings; review and format documents; compile motion records, affidavit of documents, and various briefs; arrange for service of court documents; file electronic and physical documents; and draft and mail letters and legal forms.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter with attention to detail and an enthusiasm for contributing to the firm's growth. There will be significant opportunities for advancement into a managerial or team-lead position. As such, the ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise, judgment, and independence to become an integrated member of the team of this growing law firm. We want the ideal candidate to lean into the role and take initiative.

Candidates can expect a high pressure and busy environment given the nature of the work and number of files. Thus, the expectation of the candidate is to consistently deliver high quality work-product and be accountable to the team. The firm encourages a solutions-focused (not problem-driven) approach to dealing with complications or issues that may arise on files. It is important for the candidate to be dependable and willing to take instructions. Working well with others is a must, since many of the firm's files require a team approach. Further, the firm is keen on its members learning and developing professionally, and so there are opportunities that may become available depending on the aptitude of the candidate and their willingness to take constructive feedback. For example, the firm has a history of advancing legal assistants into paralegal positions or articling positions.

Job Type

: Full-time, Permanent

Salary:

$40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year plus benefits

Please note that candidates are required to be present in the office. Working from home is not permitted for this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Toronto, ON M5G 2J5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person